ExTiX 19.3 (190307) with Kernel 5.0 Comes with Kodi 18.2 Leia Pre-Installed

If there is something that everyone can agree about when it comes to Linux distributions, then it has to be the fact that there are too many of them. This makes it difficult for users to pick a Linux distribution, but this is also the great thing about Linux. There are lots of options to pick from and users can find the one that fits their needs the most. Nonetheless, the latest and most interesting distro to appear uses the all-new Linux 5.0 kernel and Ubuntu 19.04 Disco Dingo. The distro is called “ExTiX” and today we are going to check out everything there is to know about it.

ExTiX 19.3 (190307)

“A new extra version of ExTiX is ready. This version is based on upcoming Ubuntu 19.04 Disco Dingo. To be released in a stable version 190418. ExTiX 19.3 uses the Xfce Desktop 4.13 and kernel 5.0.0-exton. Xfce is a lightweight desktop environment for UNIX-like operating systems. It aims to be fast and low on system resources, while still being visually appealing and user-friendly. This version of ExTiX Xfce4 is for non-UEFI computers,” said Arne Exton who is the developer behind this distro.

Kodi 18.2 Leia is Pre-Installed

” Kodi 18.2 Leia is also preinstalled in this version of ExTiX. Just start Kodi like any other program while logged in to the Xfce4 Desktop as the ordinary user live. I have enabled a few addons in Kodi. Most important the Netflix addon. Nvidia proprietary Graphics driver 418.43 is pre-installed in ExTiX 19.3. It will automatically be used if your computer has support for it,” added the developer.

Significant Aspects of the ExTiX Distro

Arne Exton wanted to make sure that everyone understands what his ExTix 19.3 (190307) has to offer and he made a list with the top eight significant aspects:

1. The ExTiX ISO’s are ISO-hybrids, which means that they can very easily be transferred (copied) to a USB pen drive. You can even run ExTiX from the USB stick and save all your system changes on the stick. I.e. you will enjoy persistence!
2. Another big improvement is that both ExTiX versions can run from RAM. Use Boot alternative 3 (load to RAM). When the system has booted up you can remove the disc (DVD) or USB stick. You’ll need at least 3 GB RAM to run ExTiX 19.3 that way. Running from RAM means that the system will run faster than from a DVD or a USB stick. Everything will be superfast I would say!
3. All packages have been upgraded to the latest version by 190307.
4. Kernel 5.0.0 is the latest kernel by 190307.
5. Kernel 5.0.0 is the latest kernel by 190307.
6. I have replaced Ubuntu’s installation program Ubiquity (live installer) with Calamares. It works very well. I.e. a new user (your user) will be created during the installation process and you’ll get a chance to change root’s password. Just start the installer from the menu under System.
7. The best thing with ExTiX 19.3 is that while running the system live (from DVD/USB) or from hard drive you can use Refracta Snapshot (pre-installed) to create your own live installable Ubuntu system.
8. As an alternative to Xfce4 you can run Kodi 18.2 Leia. Just start Kodi like any other program while logged in to the Xfce4 Desktop as the ordinary user live. I have enabled a few addons in Kodi. Most important the Netflix addon. NOTE: You can’t run Kodi as root. (You won’t have sound).
9. Nvidia proprietary Graphics driver 418.43 is pre-installed in ExTiX 19.3.